The JLTV is an inspiration from technical challenges experienced by the USA in the Iraq War. Mainly, it is an armoured vehicle that first emerged in 2007 and whose purpose was to improve on the existing vehicles used in the war at the time, the Humvees. The essence of military machine creation was to mute the weaknesses of the Humvees. Hence, it mainly revolved around being unarmored, especially against Improvised Explosive Devices and the challenge posed by their lack of capacity to undergo modification without affecting how effective they would be. A critical aspect to note is that Humvees were created in the mid-1980s at a time when there was little to no use of IEDs in warfare. Thus, the vehicles were not fitted with armour to counter such emerging trends of the 2000s.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Introduction
- Current JLTV status
- Portability
- Sling loading
- MOTE
- Armor and Speed
- Supporting strategic guidance
- Summary of the required capabilities
- The acquisition process for the JLTVs
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This document provides a comprehensive overview of the Joint Light Tactical Vehicle (JLTV) program, emphasizing its development, testing, and intended role within the U.S. military. It highlights the program's objectives, key capabilities, and the strategic guidance driving its implementation.
- The need for a replacement for the Humvee in modern warfare
- The JLTV's advanced capabilities, including improved armor, speed, and portability
- The importance of the JLTV in providing strategic versatility to the U.S. Army
- The rigorous testing procedures employed to ensure the JLTV's effectiveness
- The impact of the JLTV on future military operations
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
The "Introduction" section of the document discusses the origins of the JLTV program, tracing its development back to the shortcomings of the Humvee in the Iraq War. It highlights the need for a more modern and capable vehicle to address challenges posed by Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs).
The "Current JLTV status" section details the ongoing testing phase, focusing on crucial parameters such as portability, sling loading, and armor capacity. These tests are designed to rigorously evaluate the JLTV's performance in simulated combat scenarios, establishing its superiority over the Humvee.
The "Supporting strategic guidance" section explores the pedagogical strategies and overarching goals of the JLTV program. It emphasizes the vehicle's versatility in various military operations and its adaptability to diverse environments and mission profiles.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
Key terms and concepts highlighted in this document include: Joint Light Tactical Vehicle (JLTV), Humvee, Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs), portability, sling loading, Modified Table of Organization and Equipment (MOTE), armor, speed, strategic versatility, Joint Capabilities Integration and Development System (JCIDS), acquisition process, and military operations.
- Quote paper
- Dr. Amos Wesonga (Author), 2017, The Army and Marine Corps Joint Light Tactical Program, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/439515
